Ofelder D is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ofelder D is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ofelder D safe for pregnant women?
Ofelder D shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Ofelder D safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Ofelder D. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ofelder D on the Kidneys?
Ofelder D can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Ofelder D on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Ofelder D. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Ofelder D on the Heart?
There may be severe side effects of Ofelder D on your heart. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
Ofelder D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ofelder D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ofelder D habit forming or addictive?
Ofelder D does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Ofelder D
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Ofelder D and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofelder D
Information about the interaction of Ofelder D and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Ofelder D can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Yes, long-term use of Ofelder D can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Ofelder D should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
Take Ofelder D if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
Ofelder D is a brand name of ofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
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